On May 3, 2025, Ukraine’s military intelligence announced a groundbreaking achievement in the ongoing conflict with Russia, marking the first time a Ukrainian sea drone successfully shot down a Russian fighter jet. The Sukhoi fighter jet, designed with a pixelated camouflage scheme of dark and light grey with black pixels for stealth, was targeted in an operation that showcased Ukraine’s advancing technological capabilities. Chief test pilot Sergei Bogdan noted the jet’s potential for real combat and development. The event occurred as part of broader military activities, with Russia launching attacks that resulted in five deaths and 61 injuries in a separate overnight strike. The successful downing of the jet underscores Ukraine’s innovative defense strategies, supported globally, as evidenced by their participation in a VE Day procession in London alongside British forces to symbolize solidarity. (34news)
